MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE!

As the weekend approaches, we must take time to remember those who have died serving our country. It is a great time to honor our veterans and famous Americans. Take time to honor the flag as well. We all take our freedoms for granted. Sometimes, it is the threat or the idea that our freedoms will be challenged, do we then, take notice of how lucky we are to be AMERICANS! REMEMBER, WE ARE THE HOME OF THE FREE—BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE!
I am one of the first to say, I get so wrapped up in the holiday and only think about the cooking aspect of it. Seldom, do I stop and think of why we are really doing this gathering. I think since 9/11, we all tend to do a little better and stop and pay homage to those who help make our lives as normal, as normal can be, in these times.

As I look at the date on my desk calendar, I realize that most schools are coming to a close, some families have left for early summer vacations, kids might be on SENIOR TRIPS, and some are just thinking, “A NICE LONG WEEKEND”!

I think, at one time or other, we tend to group those holidays of MEMORIAL DAY, FOURTH OF JULY AND VETERAN’S DAY! I am not thinking we are disrespectful but maybe just not really understanding the differences of each of these holidays. Who can blame kids for thinking it is just a holiday full of fun. I think, as we age, or actually know or knew someone, who was serving our country, we then, realize the importance of these holidays. I think “HOLIDAY” may not be the best word to describe these days. I believe a better word would be, “REMEMBRANCES”!

MEMORIAL DAY is a time to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while protecting our freedom here in the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA! Numerous people across the country have family members and friends serving in the military, while others know someone who lost their lives serving. Though the memories of those who passed never fade, MEMORIAL DAY helps honor their courage and sacrifice.
Many families get together for barbecues and other holiday traditions but the ultimate responsibility during that time has been and always will be remembering those who died while serving the UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES!!!!

I think it would be nice, if we as families, would raise the great flag of the UNITED STATES— and then lower it to HALF-MAST to pay homage to those great people. Remember it is because of these people, we can have those family barbecues and other traditions. TAKE A MOMENT!!!

HUBBY and I get to help celebrate another graduation tomorrow. GRAND PEEP, SAVANNAH has her big day under the big oaks at the ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART in Grand Coteau! The blessing of being outdoors and the large space, allows us to witness this wonderful time in her life and ours. So proud of our two HIGH-SCHOOL GRADUATES, GRAND PEEPS AVA GRACE and SAVANNAH. Very proud of these beautiful young women!
KITCHEN WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY/TUESDAY (MAY 31ST AND JUNE 1). Will be back on Wednesday, JUNE 2ND.

Be safe out there and have a most productive weekend!